Eriosyce crispa var. huascensis [large]

Eriosysce crispa var. huascensis (Kattermann): A dark, globose cactus with a particularly spiny, knobbly appearance. Its dark green stems have large, lumpy tubercle that line up in 10-12 ribs. This variety has stiff, golden spines that stand out against the dark stem. It is a Chilean species and blooms with pink striped flowers.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

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